The Pirates’ Biggest Week of the Season Is Here

The Pittsburgh Pirates just took two out of three from the Milwaukee Brewers, and now their biggest week of the season is here. On today’s Bucco Brew, we break down why this seven-game homestand against the St. Louis Cardinals and Cincinnati Reds could be a real early-season measuring stick in the NL Central. The Pirates have been stacking series wins, playing better baseball, and now have a chance to create separation in a division where every team is currently above .500. We also dive into Nick Gonzales’ recent stretch, Oneil Cruz’s role at the top of the lineup, the Pirates’ production with runners in scoring position, and why the bullpen has started to look much more stable after a shaky start. Mason Montgomery, Yohan Ramirez, Dennis Santana, Gregory Soto, Isaac Mattson and the rest of the relief group have helped turn one of the early concerns into a much better-looking part of the roster. Are the Pirates ready to prove they’re a real NL Central contender? @eddiep_photos @timelessimagery.mtl Use Promo Code NS930 for 30% off your first order at https://www.defer.coffee Use Promo Code NORTHSHORENINE for $20 off your first order at https://www.seatgeek.com LIKE and SUBSCRIBE with NOTIFICATIONS ON if you enjoyed the show! NS9 MERCH: https://northshorenine.myshopify.com ►Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/NorthShoreNine ►Website: https://www.northshorenine.com ►Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/northshorenine ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@northshorenine ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northshorenine ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/northshorenine ►Discord: https://discord.gg/3HVYPg544m Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.